FAQ: Explore PNT
How quickly can I be seen for an appointment?
We guarantee return call within 24 business hours and you can be seen within 72 business hours.
How long is a consult?
Initial consult is approximately 1 hour and follow-ups 30 minutes to an hour depending on your condition and need.
How often do I need to come in?
Varies depending on why you are seeing the dietitian. However, on average, about every 4 weeks, but may be more often.
Do you provide menu planning?
If you need specifics, the dietitian can help you. PNT can also provide 6 week preplanned menus or customize menus for you.
What is the difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist?
Registered dietitians (RDs) are food and nutrition experts, translating the science of nutrition into practical solutions for healthy living. The Insititute of Medicine (IOM) of the National Academy of Sciences, describes RDs as "the single, identifiable professional with the standardized education, clinical training continuing education, and national credentialing requirements necessary to be directly reimbursed as a provider of nutrition therapy".
On the other hand, nutritionists advise people on matters of nutrition. In the United States, the term "nutritionist" is not legally protected. As a result, people who refer to themselves as "nutritionists" may have no officially recognized credentials.
Why choose RDs with Professional Nutrition Therapists (PNT)?
PNT is the only national group of RDs providing these services. PNT has specialized professionals with the expertise that you need including:
- Multicultural & Multilingual Dietitians
- Flexibility in scheduling and location of initial and follow up appointments to meet client's needs
- FDA approved equipment to measure actual calorie needs for clients
- Massage therapy and Licensed Professional Counselors (in some locations)
What is your service?
Providing Nutrition Solutions to Individuals, Groups and Corporations.
- Weight management
- Diabetes and Hypo or hyperglycemia
- Heart disease including high cholesterol, blood pressure and triglycerides
- Eating disorders
- Sports nutrition
- Alternative nutrition
- General wellness
- Prenatal, postnatal and lactation nutrition
- Digestive disorders (including reflux, food allergy/intolerance and IBS/IBD)
- Bariatric nutrition
- Emotional eating
- Cancer nutrition
- Kidney disease
- Senior nutrition
- And many more
Balanced nutrition and healthy lifestyle help you live life to the fullest!
What method of payment do you take?
We can accept cash, check and major credit cards.
Can I use my insurance plan?
If you work for an employer that has preferred provider status with PNT, we file your insurance claims for you. As with all providers, until your deductible has been met, fees are due at the time of your consult.
For patients with other plans We can provide you with all the paperwork you need to file with your plan.